Chief Engineer

H&S Family of Bakeries•Dayville, CT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Chief engineers oversee and manage all aspects of the maintenance department including, but not limited to, maintaining equipment, maintaining building and grounds, parts purchasing and inventory, maintenance budgets, capital project management, mechanic training and development, maintenance hiring, work scheduling and follow up inspections, predictive and preventative maintenance program management, and interdepartment communications. This is primarily a hands-on position rather than a desk position. Participation in staff meetings, operations shift meetings, as well as safety and food safety meetings and inspections may be required. Assist in any breakdowns and floor calls as needed. Must be on call off hours for trouble shooting from remote and on-site as necessary. Must be willing and able to work different shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Requirements

Minimum of five years’ experience as a maintenance mechanic.
Must have experience working in the food industry, preferably in baking.
Must possess strong leadership qualities.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong mechanical skills.
Strong electrical troubleshooting ability.
Ability to work on your feet for hours at a time, and in hot environments.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to stand on your feet for long periods of time

Responsibilities

Follow up on preventative maintenance, work orders, and emergency repairs to ensure they are being done correctly.
Work closely with production to make sure their needs are met.
Work with sanitation to make sure scheduled shutdowns are effective for both departments.
Scheduling and planning for work to be done during normal shutdowns.
Organize and maintain a proper parts inventory as well as oversee all maintenance purchasing and contractors.
Responsible for hiring maintenance mechanics.
Work with maintenance personnel individually to help them improve and grow in their careers.
Facilitate training programs for all maintenance employees.
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems on automated equipment.
Manage food safety requirements as they pertain to maintenance.
Manage and follow up on all safety programs and related training.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Assist in any breakdowns and floor calls as needed.
Must be on call off hours for trouble shooting from remote and on-site as necessary.
Must be willing and able to work different shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.